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St. Mary's Parish Nurse Ministry Program
Ruth E. Williams, RN, MEPD, MSN
| St. Mary's Parish Nurse Newsletter... July, 2008 |
Dear Viewers,
 Peace to all in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (breath of life). This is the year of St. Paul. HAPPY AND SAFE JULY 4TH. Gen. 2:7 states, "the Lord God formed man out of the clay of the ground and blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and so man became a living being." |
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The breath of life is meant for all people. So, let's focus on emphysema. This disease of the lungs reduces the ability of the lungs to expel air (exhale) caused by the damage to the lungs and the alveoli by reducing their elasticity. It is an irreversible disease that can be slowed by quitting smoking and avoiding smog/air pollutants (stay inside if possible). It occurs more in men 65 and older, although more women are being diagnosed as more young girls are smoking earlier in life.
How does a person live with emphysema? It is a life of conservancy of energy. The need to prioritize is of utmost importance. There are some steps that can be done: quitting smoking, avoid air pollutants, ask your Health Care Provider (HCP) about flu and pneumococcal pneumonia vaccines, eat a diet high in vitamins, fresh fruits and vegetables, reduce salt and caffeine intake, eat smaller meals and avoid gaseous foods, get 8 hours or more of sleep, follow an exercise program suggested by your HCP, avoid wood burning smoke, plan your day with the least strenuous way to get things done,schedule rest periods, plan detailed vacations especially if oxygen equipment is needed, and keep vacation time more restful and less strenuous. Hoping these few tips and steps help to conserve your energy.(www.ehealthmd.com) John 10:10 states,: "I came that they might have life and have it to the full." My book, A COLLECTION OF PARISH NURSE NEWSLETTERS is available at www.dorrancebookstore.com; amazon.com; Eden Book Store (1-877-627-5653) toll free. Ocooch Book Store (1-608-647-8826). | |
| Ruth E. Williams, RN, MEPD, MSN 789 N. Central Richland Center, WI 53581 608-647-3280 e-mail: rew@mwt.net |
Copyright © 2001-2008. Revised Jun 30, 2008. |
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